Download or read book Refractive Lens Surgery written by Howard Fine I and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-12-06 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • Compiles the best cutting-edge practices for achieving success with refractive lens exchange • Features the latest micro incision lens extraction techniques • Well-known group of authors, with Fine and Packer being especially famous in the US • Serves as textbook and reference guide for Ophthalmologists • Clearly structured and richly illustrated

Download or read book Cataract and Refractive Surgery written by Thomas Kohnen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-01-14 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -Cataract surgery is the most frequently performed surgical intervention worldwide, and the number of refractive surgery procedures, such as LASIK, is growing rapidly -All editors are internationally known experts in the field -Well structured text and design, quick and easy to read -Bridges the gap between primary literature and daily practice, indispensable for continuous education and advanced training -Every 2nd year each volume is updated to include timely information about new developments

Download or read book Refractive Lens Exchange written by Ming Wang and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2024-06-01 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Permanent surgical treatment for presbyopia remains the hereto unconquered “last frontier” in anterior segment surgery. Over the years, continuing innovations like Phaco, Radial Keratotomy, LASIK, and premium intraocular lenses have pushed toward this ultimate goal, but now anterior segment surgery is closer than ever with the advent of modern laser-assisted presbyopic lens implantation. Let Refractive Lens Exchange: A Surgical Treatment for Presbyopia, the first book of its kind, be your guide to this fifth wave of innovation in the surgical treatment of presbyopia. Dr. Ming X. Wang, MD, PhD, joined by Associate Editor Dr. Tracy S. Swartz, OD, MS, FAAO and more than 30 expert contributors, compiled this remarkable book. Never before has there been a book dedicated to all aspects of refractive lens exchange as a permanent treatment for presbyopia, both medically and surgically. Highlights of Refractive Lens Exchange include: Overview of all surgical treatments for presbyopia Dysfunctional lens syndrome and pathophysiology Patient education and preoperative assessment Marketing refractive lens exchange as a surgical treatment for presbyopia New technologies in assessing dysfunctional lens syndrome New technologies in mapping cornea and lens for refractive lens exchange Retinal issues related to refractive lens exchange Presbyopic lens types, indications, and contraindications for refractive lens exchange Lens- and cornea-based astigmatism correction Intraocular calculations for post refractive surgery eyes for refractive lens exchange Intraoperative wavefront technology 3D high-definition microsurgical visualization and positioning technology Femtosecond laser application in refractive lens exchange Postoperative care and complication management YAG capsulotomy after refractive lens exchange: indications and alternatives Postoperative care and complication management Keratorefractive enhancement Designed for newcomers as well as seasoned eyecare professionals, Refractive Lens Exchange: A Surgical Treatment for Presbyopia is the first book to guide ophthalmic surgeons, optometrists, and technicians through this exciting new field that is emerging as a safe and effective primary surgical treatment for presbyopia.

Download or read book Oxford Handbook of Ophthalmology written by Alastair K. O. Denniston and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018-05-24 with total page 1249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully revised and updated throughout, the fourth edition of the Oxford Handbook of Ophthalmology now includes free access to the ophthalmic online media bank, a selection of high-quality clinical images and videos for a wide breadth of key ophthalmic diseases. Clear, concise, and practical, this handbook provides immediate access to the detailed clinical information you need, in casualty, clinic, theatre, and on the wards. The core of the book comprises a systematic synopsis of ophthalmic disease directed towards diagnosis, interim assessment, and ongoing management. Assessment boxes for common clinical conditions and algorithms for important clinical presentations illustrate this practical approach. The information is easily accessible, presented in a clear format with areas of importance highlighted. Key sections for the trainee include: Clinical Skills, Aids to Diagnosis, Investigations and their Interpretation, Perioperative Care, Theatre Notes and Therapeutics. The wider practise of eye-care is supported by expanded chapters on Refractive Ophthalmology, Vision in Context, Evidence Based Ophthalmology and Resources for Ophthalmologists. Now including newer treatments across a range of specialities such as SMILE, gene-therapy and retinal prostheses, as well as greater emphasis on the evidence underlying current clinical practice and guidelines, this handbook has never been more essential for all those working in eye-care. Whether you want to learn about patient-reported outcomes, identify a surgical instrument, interpret a statistical test, or diagnose and treat ophthalmic emergencies, you will find it here. Whatever your role in caring for patients with eye disease: ophthalmologist, optometrist, orthoptist, ophthalmic nurse, or other health profession - discover for yourself why this handbook has become the 'go-to' resource for tens of thousands of eye-care professionals around the world.

Download or read book Mastering Refractive IOLs written by David F. Chang and published by SLACK Incorporated. This book was released on 2008 with total page 964 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The IOL technical specifications, the clinical data, and the necessary clinical and surgical skills comprise the scientific foundation for achieving a "premium" refractive outcome. To consistently achieve patient satisfaction, however, requires mastering the art of patient and IOL selection, communicating and counseling effectively, and providing a "premium" patient experience. This is a nontraditional book in which multiple experts are separately asked to discuss controversial subjects in a reader-friendly format. There is balanced coverage of all of the available refractive IOLs, as well as those that may become available in the near future. A major emphasis is placed on avoiding and managing complications or potentially dissatisfied patients. There are more than 200 chapters that are organized into 14 major sections, over 300 images, 100 tables, and 12 sidebars that cover every aspect of refractive IOL clinical practice. This is a comprehensive educational resource addressing the most demanding and rapidly evolving area in cataract and refractive surgery today and the first book to cover both the clinical and nonclinical aspects of offering refractive IOL services.

Download or read book Vitreoretinal Surgery written by Sandeep Saxena and published by JAYPEE BROTHERS MEDICAL PUBLISHERS PVT. LTD.. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The value of this book lies in the quality and expertise of the text chapters contributed by multiple international experts across the globe. Clearly written by the contributors providing a global perspective about the subject. Attempts to update the state-of-the-art vitreoretinal surgery in a lucid, authoritative and well-illustrated manner. Detailed reference lists following each chapter provide extensive background support for the text. Outstanding illustrations combined with excellent schematic drawings, beautiful clinical photographs, fluorescein angiograms, and OCT images. Illustrations.

Download or read book Hyperopia and Presbyopia written by Kazuo Tsubota and published by Taylor & Francis US. This book was released on 2003-05-16 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examining established and emerging treatments for the correction of hyperopia and presbyopia, this reference offers guidance on technologies such as thermal or conductive keratoplasty, corneal implants, laser scleral relaxation, scleral expansion rings, intraocular lenses, and LASIK modifications.

Download or read book Advances in Eye Surgery written by Patricio Pacheco and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2016-02-24 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a comprehensive, practical guidebook that provides a clear overview and update of current modern techniques of ocular surgery. The chapters will be of interest to a wide audience. The chapters are written by experts with special interest and extensive clinical experience in the topics.

Download or read book Multifocal Intraocular Lenses written by Jorge L. Alió and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-08-30 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive 2nd edition will build on the highly successful first edition, providing an updated global perspective of the fundamentals of multifocal intraocular lenses. The varying outcomes, limitations, and the neuroadaptation process necessary for an adequate clinical success are thoroughly discussed, along with an overview of the different types of multifocal lenses, including the recently developed extended depth of focus lenses. Multifocal Intraocular Lenses: The Art and the Practice, 2nd edition opens with an introduction that will delve into current technological offerings for the correction of pseudophakic presbyopia, as well as the opportunity for refractive lens exchange in advanced presbyopic ages and the opportunity to use these lenses. The first section will include the historical background and clinical indications, while section two addresses the varying types and models of lenses currently available, including important clinical and technological highlights. Section three and four will follow, and provide an extended look at the Zeiss and Alcon Family Multifocal IOL’s. Section five will delve into extended depth of field lenses, and will contain an introduction about the concept, different models and the evidence available about their outcomes. Section six concludes the book, closely examining accommodative intraocular lenses, and a full update will be provided on these lenses, the failures of the past and the hopes for the future. Multifocal Intraocular Lenses: The Art and the Practice, 2nd edition is a thorough, resource for the practical ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon interested in learning more about intraocular lenses, identifying the best technologies and lenses for the benefit of their patients.

Download or read book Clinical Ophthalmic Echography written by Roger P. Harrie and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-10-16 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second editon of this popular ultrasound book expands the reader's understanding of the clinical applications of ocular ultrasound through a case study approach. With the addition of high-quality video segments of examination techniques not currently available in any other format, this edition appeals to a broader range of practitioners in the field by presenting the subject starting at the basic level and progressing to the advanced. The book is appealing to practitioners involved in ocular ultrasound, including ophthalmic technicians, ophthalmologists, optometrists, radiologists and emergency room physicians who, on occasion, are involved in the practice of ophthalmic ultrasound.

Download or read book Webvision written by Helga Kolb and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pediatric Cataract Surgery and IOL Implantation written by Courtney L. Kraus and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-06-04 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pediatric Cataract Surgery and IOL Implantation: A Case Based Guide is a must-have resource for ophthalmologists, surgeons, residents, and fellows who work with pediatric cataracts and their surgical management as well as ancillary readers such as parents or supportive caregivers to a child with cataracts. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the epidemiology of pediatric cataract surgery and considerations surrounding IOL implantation. It addresses pre-operative evaluation and examination, as well as surgical steps and techniques for various pediatric cataract conditions. Chapters begin with an introduction and are followed by discussions that offer expert viewpoints and case studies. In addition, chapters illustrate the complexity of the management of pediatric lens opacities. The book closes with a case-based approach to special considerations in IOL implantation: including considerations in the uveitic patient, placement without capsular support, and cataract surgery in the developing world. Providing thoughtful chapters that seek to expand on the currently available literature without redundancy, this book a solid companion piece to any other text discussing pediatric cataracts.

Download or read book Phakic Intraocular Lenses written by David R. Hardten and published by Slack. This book was released on 2004 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Phakic intraocular lenses are innovative devices that provide the ability to correct extreme levels of myopia, nearsightedness, and astigmatism that other modalities have been unsuccessful correcting. As these devices are increasingly gaining popularity internationally, it has become equally important for a reference to come forward that explains their capabilities. Drs. David R. Hardten, Richard L. Lindstrom, and Elizabeth A. Davis have collaborated with an array of experts to produce Phakic Intraocular Lenses: Principles and Practice, a dynamic text concerning one of the newest frontiers in refractive surgery. This well-referenced text includes multiple styles of intraocular lenses and locations of implantation, as well as results, complications, and optics. The authors utilize a comprehensive, user-friendly format coupled with excellent illustrations to thoroughly explain this emerging topic. An impressive list of contributors provides professional insight into everything there is to know about phakic intraocular lenses. Contributors: C. Joseph Anderson, MD; Nicole J. Anderson, MD; Raymond T. Angeles, MD; Georges D. Baïkoff, MD; Martin Baumeister, MD; Maria M. Braun, MD; Jens Bühren, MD; Tom Clinch, MD; I. Howard Fine, MD; D. Rex Hamilton, MD, MS; Richard S. Hoffman, MD; Jack T. Holladay, MD, MSEE, FACS; Thomas Kasper, MD; Thomas Kohnen, MD; Stephen S. Lane, MD; Anthony J. Lombardo, MD, PhD; Edward E. Manche, MD; Tina M. McCarty, OD, FAAO; Jay McDonald, MD; Alireza Mirshahi, MD; Louis D. Nichamin; Susana Oscherow, MD; Mark Packer, MD; Virginia Piezzi, MD; Louis E. Probst, MD; Sujata S. Purohit, MD; Donald R. Sanders, MD, PhD; David J. Schanzlin, MD; Gary S. Schwartz, MD; Brian J. Snyder, OD; Vance Thompson, MD; Daniel B. Tran, MD; John A. Vukich, MD; Alan R. Westeren, MD; Patricia Sierra Wilkinson, MD; Roberto Zaldivar, MD As an addition to the armamentarium of other types of refractive surgery, phakic intraocular lenses offer surgeons new possibilities for improving their patients' vision. Ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other eye care professionals dealing with implants will benefit greatly from this authoritative resource on phakic intraocular lenses. Topics Include: Posterior Chamber Sulcus Fixated Lenses Posterior Chamber Iris Centered Lenses Anterior Chamber Iris Fixated L Anterior Chamber Angle Fixated Lenses Bioptics Phakic Intraocular Lens Calculations Refractive Lens Exchange Presbyopic and Multifocal Lenses Preoperative Evaluation & Postoperative Care Comparison of Refractive Outcomes Future of Phakic Intraocular Lenses

Download or read book Phacoemulsification and Intraocular Lens Implantation written by William J. Fishkind and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2016-12-16 with total page 1233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned master surgeons share best practices for effectively performing cataract surgery and avoiding complications Phacoemulsification, the gold standard for cataract extraction, is highly successful. However, the procedure is not without risks and complications. Poor visual outcome, retinal detachment, infection, diplopia, and cornea and iris problems may pose considerable challenges. Additional potential problems arise from implanting the intraocular lens (IOL). Edited by a renowned master surgeon and educator in the field, and authored by a remarkable cast of cataract experts, this is the definitive text on managing cataract surgery, with practical guidance on recognizing and managing complications, should they arise. Experts demonstrate the right way to perform phacoemulsification and diverse surgical and intraocular lens implantation procedures in order to reduce risk and improve patient outcome. This second edition is greatly expanded in size and scope to accommodate the latest state-of-the-art methodologies and refinements in surgical strategies. Since the first edition was published, new techniques for refractive cataract surgery, vitrectomy, IOL exchange, and management of IOL implantation without capsular bag support have been improved. Additionally, new technologies have been introduced such as optical coherence tomography, FLACS (femtosecond laser surgery), and implantation of toric and multifocal refractive IOLs, as well as methods to improve IOL power calculation and decision making. Highlights A stellar group of national and internationally renowned eye surgeons provide invaluable clinical pearls gleaned from years of refining procedures Surgical videos further elucidate the most optimal surgical strategies More than 600 superb illustrations Management of challenges including small pupils, IFIS, zonular weakness, inadequate capsular support, vitrectomy, corneal burns, high astigmatism, dysphotopsias, and endophthalmitis This invaluable reference will help ophthalmologists refine their expertise, resulting in fewer risks and more efficacious outcomes. It is a must-have resource for ophthalmology residents and proficient surgeons alike.

Download or read book Step by Step LASIK Surgery written by Namrata Sharma and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-08-12 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A decade after the introduction of the LASIK technique in refractive surgery, the technique has reached its maturity. Thoroughly researched and easy to read, Step by Step LASIK Surgery provides practical information regarding the various aspects of LASIK surgery. Expert LASIK surgeons share their experiences with this state-of-the-art surgical technique. The book is organized in a simple and effective style that presents a step-by-step approach to LASIK surgery. It includes information about the latest microkertomes and excimer laser machines and specific surgical techniques like LASEK, LASIK for post-penetrating keratoplasty, ametropias, and wavefront guided LASIK.

Download or read book Immediately Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery ISBCS written by Steve A. Arshinoff and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2022-11-19 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Immediately Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery (ISBCS): Global History and Methodology is a comprehensive guide for the safe and efficient performance of ISBCS. It provides an overview of the history, recommended protocols, necessary precautions, exclusion criteria, benefits and risks associated with this procedure, organizational standards, and more. Written by the most prominent ISBCS surgeons in the world, chapters recount the arguments for and against bilateral surgery that have been made throughout the ages, up to the present, and deliver achieved and proposed resolutions to all problems discussed. Topics such as ethics and medico-legal issues surrounding ISBCS are also discussed, and a chapter on the global evolution of bilateral cataract surgery provides readers with a complete overview of the development of ISBCS practices in countries from all continents. - Provides a comprehensive history and current status of ISBCS globally - Provides step-by-step recommendations and precautions necessary to perform ISBCS safely, including detailed discussion of surgical infection prophylaxis with antibiotics delivered into the eye at surgery - Reviews and explains the patient benefits associated with ISBCS - Covers development of ISBCS practices worldwide

Download or read book Phacodynamics written by Barry S. Seibel and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: